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THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE SPRING TRAILS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION ISSUE 5

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It’s time…

After months of planning, Spring Trails will say good-bye to the charming little sales office, more commonly known as the Visitors Center. Overseen and carried out by the capable teams at eStudio (architects) and Benchmark Houston Builders, the Visitors Center will be demolished and in its place a new community center erected.

Planning was extended a few months as a result of significant increases in material prices. It was announced last November that the original design had to be reduced to a single story facility to remain within budget. But with a little persistence and a lot of patience the day finally arrived.

The resulting design uses a pre-engineered building as the structure of the new facility.This option equated to tens of thousands of dollars in savings. The floorplan includes a large meeting/gathering space with adjoining serving area, a reception area with a small gathering space, a property manager’s office, and much needed storage space.

The exterior finishes will compliment the stone used on the

community’s monuments. The interior finishes will be understated using modern earth-tone colors and textiles. A couple of items from the Visitors Center were salvaged in hopes of incorporating them into the design of the new facility.

Now for the fun part. The Board of Directors announced in April, the Celebrate Spring Trails photography contest. Winning entries will be used as art-work for the new community center and showcased throughout the facility.

But that’s not all. This summer, residents will be asked to participate in a community poll to select a name for the new community center.

Contact the Board through Request Manager if you’d like to propose a name to be included in the poll.

Updates will be provided throughout construction which is expected to be substantially complete within 200 days of demolition. In the meantime, submit those photographs and share your creative name ideas through Request Manager. It’s an exciting time for Spring Trails!

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Mark Your Calendars

Community Contact Information INFRAMARK (Spring Trails Property Management).................. 281.870.0585 SPRING TRAILS HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Request Manager through www.springtrails.com GLENN HERMANN LEANNE KESSLER

MAY 3RD – MUD 94 BOARD MEETING MAY 7TH – COMMUNITY CLEAN UP (ALONG THE SOUND WALL) * MAY 7TH – ELECTION DAY (SCHOOL, WATER DISTRICT (MUD 94), SPECIAL ELECTIONS AND PROPOSED CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS) TH

MAY 11

– RECYCLE PICK UP

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– HEAVY TRASH DAY

MAY 14TH – SPRING TRAILS FUN RUN * MAY 19TH – HOA BOARD MEETING MAY 25 MAY 26

JERRY RUESCHHOFF MARK ZIMMERHANZEL MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUD 94 MUD 94/Board of Directors........................ www.mcmud94.com MUD 94 / H2O Innovations (water and sewer)..... 281.355.1312 MUD 94/Republic Services (trash/recycle pickup)...713.726.7300 SCHOOLS Sue Park Broadway Elementary.......................... 281.367.4677 Cox Intermediate School...................................... 281.465.3200

– RECYCLE PICK UP

York Junior High School....................................... 832.592.8600

– CONROE ISD LAST DAY OF SCHOOL YEAR/EARLY RELEASE

Grand Oaks High School...................................... 281.939.0000

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JUNE 4TH – FAMILY FUN DAY * JUNE 7TH – MUD 94 BOARD MEETING JUNE 8TH – RECYCLE PICK UP JUNE 10TH – HEAVY TRASH DAY JUNE 16TH – HOA BOARD MEETING JUNE 22ND – RECYCLE PICK UP Find details for these and other upcoming activities on the Spring Trails website Calendar. *Enter to win a door prize at the Spring Trails anniversary celebration. Must be a resident to win.

Conroe I.S.D. Administration................................ 936.709.7752 ALL EMERGENCIES – 911 NON-EMERGENCY SERVICES Law Enforcement (Sheriff or Constable).936.760.5800 & press 3 Fire (South Montgomery Fire Department).......... 281.363.3473 EMS (Montgomery County Hospital District)........ 936.523.5000 MONTGOMERY COUNTY GOVERNMENT Montgomery County............................................. 936.756.0571 Precinct 3 Commissioner James Noack............... 936.539.7817 Sheriff Rand Henderson....................................... 936.760.5871 Constable Ryan Gable..........................................281.364.4211 VISIT THE SPRING TRAILS WEBSITE FOR LINKS TO THESE AND OTHER COMMUNITY SERVICE PROVIDERS

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Be Informed Stay up-to-date on community news by registering with the Spring Trails website at www.springtrails.com. There you can review the Community’s governing documents, preview and RSVP to upcoming community events, contact property management and the Board of Directors, request amenity access, sign up for text and email announcements, read about community initiatives, and much more.

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Spring Trails Community Services Foundation On October 11, 2018, as one of a number of actions taken to improve the Association’s financial situation and offset uncollected assessments, the Board of Directors voted to implement a Foundation Payment (transfer fee) on home sales. As of the effective date January 1, 2019, these funds have been deposited into dedicated bank accounts as required by the Association’s Declaration.

As of December 31, 2021 the Foundation balance was $301,669.02.

On October 21, 2021, the HOA Board of Directors approved formation and incorporation of the Spring Trails Community Services Foundation (the Foundation), the independent entity responsible for disbursement of Foundation funds. The Foundation’s Certificate of Filing was received from the Texas Secretary of State with an effective date of January 26, 2022.

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Stated in the formation document was the purpose of the Foundation: “To promote the recreation, safety and welfare of the lot owners in the Spring Trails Community and to exercise, all of the powers and privileges and perform all of the duties and obligations as set forth in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions applicable to the property.”.

Identified as the original Board of Trustees were Leanne Kessler, Roger Olsen and Cedric Cloud. These members were identified and selected by the attorney representing the Foundation, Daughtry & Farine.

Upon formation of the Foundation, Daughtry & Farine presented the Board of Trustees with 2 options to consider: 1. “The newly formed Foundation can start operating as provided in the Declaration and use the funds in the account. In this

scenario, the Foundation and the Association would both operate at the same time and each entity would have its own directors, meetings, elections, budget, etc.” Cost analysis: Operational expenses projected to be $10,000 annually.

2. “The Foundation can give its rights and responsibilities to the Association and then the Foundation would essentially dissolve.

We [Daughtry & Farine] would draft an assignment agreement and record it in the property records. The Association would then be able to access and use the funds for the purposes provided in the Declaration.”.

Cost analysis: No impact to current income or ongoing operational expenses.

It is noted, collection of Foundation payments remains the authority of the Association and HOA Board of Directors under both scenarios. (continued on page 5)

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SPRING TRAILS (continued from page 4) At a duly noticed meeting March 17, 2022, the Foundation Board of Trustees voted to assign and relinquish all rights, responsibilities, and obligations under the Declaration in favor of the Spring Trails Community Association, Inc. A history of the Foundation and details of the March 17th meeting can be found on the Spring Trails website under the Documents menu.

Kindness is Contagious

Pass it On

RAK (random act of kindness): Leave the change.

You’ve heard of pay it forward. Next time you’re at the coffee shop, grocery store, burger joint, leave your change behind for the next customer. It’s a small gesture but may be just enough to brighten someone’s day.

RAK Bonus: Donate that spare change jar.

Do you collect spare change in a jar?

Instead of buying that special little something, maybe consider donating it to your charity of choice. Small things can have a big impact.

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Contributed by Roger Olsen

Looking to add some plants to your garden that conserve water? Consider using some xeriscaping (zeri-scaping) plants in your gardens. Xeriscaping is a landscaping practice incorporating water conserving principles to reduce water consumption and protect the environment. To learn more about xeriscaping, read the article prepared by the Texas Agricultural Extension Service at https://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/ extension/xeriscape/xeriscape.html.

Please remember that xeriscaping works better in some areas of Texas than others.

For example, a plant that might grow well in West Texas or the Hill Country may not do as well in Spring Trails due to differences in soil conditions. The above website will explain all that.

And closer to home, the Spring Trails Beautification Committee is excited to announce Saturday in the Garden.

Starting in April, members of the Beautification Committee will meet the

first Saturday of the month from 9am – 10am at the Pollinator / Meditation G a rd e n ( a c r o s s f r o m Br o a d w a y Elementary near the walking trail). The mission of Saturday in the Garden is to nurture and care for the garden AND introduce new and experienced gardeners to the joys of gardening as well as provide tips and suggestions for gardening.

The Committee especially WELCOMES CHILDREN to the garden. Committee members will chat with them about pollinators and identify simple plants for them to cultivate in their own gardens. Visitors will see the beauty and experience the solace created through this all-volunteer community project. As the garden has matured, it has drawn the attention of many walkers for its unique location and variety of plants.

Join us each month through September for a unique gardening experience and opportunity right here in Spring Trails.

"Celebrate Spring Trails" Community Photography Contest Rules: 1. Contestants must be residents of Spring Trails.

2. Photos must be taken within Spring Trails.

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3. Digital photos only.

4. Photos must be original work.

Submit photograph entries through the Spring Trails website: Click Photo Contest 2022 under the Residents menu and follow the prompts.

Complete contest rules available at www.springtrails.com under the Residents menu.

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Montgomery County Constable's Office, Precint #3 Spring Trails Community march 2022 Stats Alarms.........................................................................................................7 Animal Humane................................................................................0 Assault........................................................................................................0 Building Check.................................................................................311 Burglary (home/vehicle)..........................................................0 Disturbance...........................................................................................5 Family Violence.................................................................................0 Harassment...........................................................................................2 Medical......................................................................................................2 Motor Vehicle Crash......................................................................2 Parking Violations...........................................................................6 Suspicious Activity/Person/Vehicle..............................6 Theft...............................................................................................................1 Traffic Contacts.................................................................................72 Trespassing............................................................................................0 Vacation Watch..............................................................................210 Welfare Check.....................................................................................2

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Spring Trails is excited to announce as one of this year’s special events, celebrating our 20-year anniversary, a Spring Trails Fun Run! Join friends and neighbors Saturday, May 14th at Broadway Elementary for a few hours of outdoor fun. No excuses...there›s something for all ages: a 5K Run/Walk, a 1-mile Kids Run/Walk or a Toddler Dash. But you must register to run! Follow the QR code to the right to register. Open to Spring Trails residents only.

5K run/walk: start time 8:15 am 1-mile Kids run/walk: start time 8:45 am Toddler Dash (5 years and younger): start time 8:50 am

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: If running’s not your game, Volunteers are needed to help with race logistics and participant support. And as a reminder, all volunteers and participants will be entered to win door prizes at the big anniversary celebration this year. Sign up now at https://m.signupgenius. com/#!/showSignUp/5080a48a8aa2ca4f85-spring.

LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS/SPONSORS: Interested in sponsoring or donating to the event? Contact event organizer and Spring Trails resident Rachel Lambright at rachel@rachelsellshouses.com to discuss sponsorship opportunities. Event needs include bags for race packets, course flags, snacks and water, raffle items, race bibs and printed materials.

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SPRING TRAILS Community Pool

HOA Updates

The community pool opened this month. Amenity access cards AND 2022 wristbands will be required to enter and use the facility.

Pool rules have been updated to remove all prior year COVID-19 limitations. Below are a few of the updated rules. A complete list of pool rules is available on the website and posted at the pool facility.

• Use of the pool is restricted to members in good standing or eligible tenants and their children and guests.

• A maximum of 4 guests per household is allowed within the pool area, swimmers and non-swimmers. All guests must be accompanied by a member or tenant at all times.

• All members/tenants/and guests must sign in with the pool monitor when entering the pool facility.

• Children under 14 years of age must be accompanied and supervised, at all times, by an individual 18 years of age or older.

• The following items are PROHIBITED within the pool area and bathroom facilities: • Bottles, glass and other hazardous objects; • Drugs, alcohol, liquor, and/ or wine; • Tobacco and vapor products; • Gum and candy; • Guns and weapons; • Skateboards, scooters, skates, bicycles or other wheeled vehicles; • Animals, except for licensed service animals.

Submit Your Graduate Do you have a student graduating high school this year? Celebrate their achievement with a special announcement in the June Spring Trails Newsletter.

Submit his/her name, high school, future plans, and/or photo, by May 10th, through the Spring Trails Request Manager, www.springtrails.com and click “Contact the HOA Board”.

Enter “2022 Graduate” in the subject line and your graduate’s information in the Details field.

A photo can be attached if desired.

4th of July Parade Preliminary plans are underway for the return of the Independence Day (4th of July) Spring Trails parade. Residents interested in participating can connect with parade coordinators through Request Manager by clicking Volunteer for a community activity.

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